Abstract
The following questions for SVU-CME credit are based on the article entitled “Contribution of Doppler Ultrasound of the Supra-Aortic Trunks in the Etiological Evaluation of Ischemic Strokes at the Douala General Hospital.”
Both true/false and multiple-choice questions are included. There is only one (1) correct answer for the multiple-choice test questions. Answer all the questions listed below. One-half (0.5) CME credit will be awarded for successful completion of this test with a grade of 80% or more.
Ischemic stroke represents 80% of strokes and according to the TOAST classification carotid atherosclerosis is one of the main causes. True False
Stroke is the ___________ leading cause of death and disability in the world. First Second Third Fourth
Carotid atheromatous plaque is defined by an intima-media thickness >1.5 mm protruding into the arterial lumen. True False
Between the ages of 45 and 85 years, stroke is more frequent in men than women. True False
According to the article, age is significantly associated with carotid stenosis in participants >70 years old. True False
According to the article’s findings, risk factors for the occurrence of carotid atheromatous plaques and stenosis included all the following except: Age Female gender Hyperlipidemia Geographic location
Instructions: CME tests are offered only online at www.svu.org. SVU members can complete the tests and earn CME credit for free. Nonmembers will be charged $20 per one-half (0.5) credit test taken. All tests for SVU CME must be completed by February 28, 2027.